Echoes of St. John: Homilies and Reflections

Podcast Summary: "Listening to God vs. Taking Control" with Fr. Michael In this episode, Fr. Michael Therese delves into the dangers of letting our desires control our actions, drawing from the parable of the wicked tenants and real-life examples. Reflecting on "Macbeth" and the tragic events in Cambodia, he underscores the importance of placing God at the centre of our decisions. Join Fr. Michael...

The woman at the well and how Jesus leads us to the heart of the mystery and not to concepts.  The offering of our life to the Father through Jesus is the key to giving life to others.  All graces flow through the sanctuary; the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.  The Assumption of Mary.

Discovering your name of grace.  This is our deepest identity and we can discover it through prayer.  This name of grace is tied in with our gifts, talents, and charisms

There is no neutrality in Christ.  Living from the fulness of the Source. Knowing Christ is to know yourself?  Who are you? Three ways of expressing our "I"

The good fruits of the spirit and the rotten fruits of the flesh. A look at Galatians chapter 5. The discernment of spirits according to Saint Ignatius. Spiritual discernment as a lifestyle.

"Acts Of Mercy Prepares The Way Of The Lord" - Homily - 19 Sunday Of OT by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

The Theresian mansions and spiritual progress.  Saint Arsenius and what it means to find solitude, be silent, and remain centered in God.

Heart in the biblical sense.  3 ways to see God through creation, face to face and within us.  The way of recollection and the desert fathers.

3 different types of birth in life.  3 ways to be born in faith.  What it means to keep the commandments.

The light of faith that reveals supernatural reality to us.  Creation as a sacrament and the world as an icon.  The primacy of charity.

"Prayer" - Homily - 17th Sunday Of OT by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

Recently, Fr Jean of the Cenacle preached a private retreat for the brothers. Based on what we received, Fr Philip is creating a beautiful "at Home Retreat". It will begin on July 31 and end on August 15th, we release one every 2 days.

Universal call to the one thing necessary, Mary sees the presence of God already here.

Should The Parish Be Focused On The Pews? - 4th Sunday of OT by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

Bridegroom And Wine - Wedding Of Cana by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

A brief look at the Baptism of the Lord and how it applies to our lives. How baptism is a seed that planted in our soul and how can cultivate it, so that we might become mature Christians.

The Importance Of Beauty - The Epiphany by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

Three points to begin the New Year

Joseph is a great model for our modern times. His incredible wisdom and discernment are desperately needed.

Spiritual Maturity in these times is absolutely essential. Mary and Joseph are models of this maturity.

"Joy" - Homily - Third Sunday Of Advent Season - 2021 by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

Prepare through Humility in Truth and Love. Spiritual exercises to prepare for Christmas.

The Times we are living in today is rather strange. Covid lockdowns, obligatory separations, etc. Advent begins with the hope in the Second Coming of Christ, and it certainly sheds light on what we are called to live today.

“I am the Vine” - Homily - 5th Sunday of Easter by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger

"The Good Shepherd" - Homily - 4th Sudnay of Easter by Fr Michael Therese Scheerger